Teaching English Jobs

Spain is one of the most popular English teaching locations in Europe and throughout the world.  English teachers in Spain typically find work in September or early October, and then again in January. Most contracts end in late June. For those looking to teach through the summer, opportunities at summer English language camps are available in Spain and throughout Europe. Positions typically start in late June and early July.  

English teachers will be expected to interview in person once they arrive in Spain, and they will also be responsible for their airfare, as well as housing.  Most teachers live in apartments recently vacated by previous teachers, and many room with their coworkers. 

A solid hourly wage affords English teachers to live a very comfortable life.  Schools typically offer around 20-25 hours per week of work, leaving you plenty of opportunity to travel and explore.  English teachers do not need to have a BA to teach in Spain, but a TEFL certification is absolutely necessary.  Major cities for English teaching jobs are Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, and Valencia.

Read our article on Teaching English in Barcelona.

English Teaching Requirements in Spain

Interesting Facts About Life in Spain

• The people of Spain spend more money on food per capita than any other population in Europe.

• As of July 2009, 76% of Spaniards identified as Catholic, though most are non-practicing. 

• Spanish cinema has achieved major international success, winning Oscars for recent films such as Pan’s Labyrinth and Volver.

• Real Madrid C.F. and F.C. Barcelona are two of the most successful football clubs in the world.
  

• The Spanish national team won the FIFA World Cup in 2010.  Olé!